Voxology Limits of Biblical Hospitality: Navigating Division in the Church - w/ Dr. Timothy Gombis
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Dec 2, 2024 Dr. Timothy Gombis, a New Testament scholar known for his insights on Paul's writings and the podcast Faith Improvised, joins the conversation to explore the boundaries of biblical hospitality. He discusses how God's character shapes our understanding of hospitality, especially within church communities. The dialogue highlights the challenges posed by political dynamics and cultural tensions. Gombis emphasizes the responsibility of pastors and church members to foster inclusivity and support for marginalized individuals while navigating today’s divided society.
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Hospitality Rooted in God
- Biblical hospitality is rooted in God's character, who created a world of flourishing and plenty.
- It emphasizes radical welcome and creating space for others to enjoy this plenty, especially strangers or foreigners.
Thanksgiving and Radical Inclusion
- Thanksgiving is a practice of recognizing all possessions as gifts from God, meant to be shared.
- This radical inclusion offends those who believe in limiting hospitality based on their understanding of God's preferences.
Paul's Confrontation of Peter
- Paul confronted Peter in Antioch for refusing to eat with non-Jewish Christians, calling it hypocrisy and a serious offense.
- The early church was radically inclusive, crossing social and ethnic lines, unlike anything in the ancient world.
